Today’s Quiz 25/7/22 Leave a Comment / Blog / By obgninja /1 Hypertension in Pregnancy Z2 Hypertension in Pregnancy 1 / 1 1. Q4 Hypertension in Pregnancy - A 34 years old lady comes to the clinic. Her pregnancy test is positive. She is on losartan for hypertension. She says that her period is overdue by 3 days. What advice should be given to her regarding her use of antihypertensives in Pregnancy and Lactation? ( ACEi = ACE inhibitor) A. ACEi and ARB Should be stopped within 6 weeks of notification of pregnancy, if not stopped pre-conception. B. ACEi and ARB should be stopped within 2 days of notification of pregnancy, if not stopped earlier. C. ACEi and ARB can continue during pregnancy. D. ACEi and ARB should be stopped during pregnancy, but most ACE and ARB can be given during lactation. Incorrect . There is an increased risk of congenital abnormalities if ACE and ARB are taken during pregnancy. According to the NICE guidance- ACE and ARB should be stopped preferably within 2 working days of notification of pregnancy and alternatives be offered to the woman. Right! There is an increased risk of congenital abnormalities if ACE and ARB are taken during pregnancy. According to the NICE guidance- ACE and ARB should be stopped preferably within 2 working days of notification of pregnancy and alternatives be offered to the woman. Your score is The average score is 48% Facebook Twitter Restart quiz
